Navigating Hospitality and Law: Insights with Tejal Desai
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Navigating Hospitality and Law: Insights with Tejal Desai

E250 • Feb 27, 2025 • 60 mins

Tejal Desai shares his journey from joining his family's hospitality business to navigating the complex world of law and estate planning. He discusses the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on his family's business and the resilience required to weather economic downturns. Tejal reflects on transitioning out of the family business, emphasizing the importance of personal happiness and strategic decision-making. The episode delves into the evolving legal profession, highlighting innovations such as AI and fixed fee models. Tejal underscores the significance of networking for career growth and the unique cultural diversity of Hampton Roads.

Key Points

  • Understanding what makes you happy and aligning your career decisions with that realization is crucial for long-term fulfillment.
  • Effective networking and maintaining genuine relationships can open unexpected career opportunities.
  • The legal profession, especially within family businesses and elder law, faces unique challenges and opportunities for innovation, particularly through AI and modern business practices.
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